Pose investigable questions to identify patterns and test relationships and make reasoned predictions
Students move from observations to focused questions naming variables, select measurable outcomes and write predictions that state direction and scientific reasoning
ExampleDarker paper warms faster under a lamp. Which question could be tested?
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pose investigable questions to identify patterns and test relationships and make reasoned predictions
Plan and conduct repeatable investigations to answer questions, including, as appropriate, deciding the variables to be changed, measured and controlled in fair tests
plan and conduct repeatable investigations to answer questions, including, as appropriate, deciding the variables to be changed, measured and controlled in fair tests…
ExampleA group plans to test paper towel absorbency. What is the best planning choice?
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plan and conduct repeatable investigations to answer questions, including, as appropriate, deciding the variables to be changed, measured and controlled in fair tests; describing potential risks; planning for the safe use of equipment and materials; and identifying required permissions to conduct investigations on Country/Place
Use equipment to observe, measure and record data with reasonable precision, using digital tools as appropriate
Students follow procedures in order, read instrument scales, record quantitative and qualitative observations with units and use digital tools without losing awareness of…
ExampleStudents repeat a dissolving test. What is the best measurement choice?
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use equipment to observe, measure and record data with reasonable precision, using digital tools as appropriate
Construct and use appropriate representations
construct and use appropriate representations, including tables, graphs and visual or physical models, to organise and process data and information and describe patterns…
ExampleStudents build a table for plant height. What is the best representation choice?
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construct and use appropriate representations, including tables, graphs and visual or physical models, to organise and process data and information and describe patterns, trends and relationships
Compare methods and findings with those of others, recognise possible sources of error, pose questions for further investigation and select evidence to draw reasoned conclusions
compare methods and findings with those of others, recognise possible sources of error, pose questions for further investigation and select evidence to draw reasoned…
ExampleStudents compare two groups magnet results. What is the best evaluation choice?
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compare methods and findings with those of others, recognise possible sources of error, pose questions for further investigation and select evidence to draw reasoned conclusions
Write and create texts to communicate ideas and findings for specific purposes and audiences, including selection of language features, using digital tools as appropriate
Students construct coherent scientific reports, explanations and presentations, integrate labelled representations, cite relevant evidence and adapt detail for audiences…
ExampleStudents prepare a poster for younger students. What is the best communication choice?
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write and create texts to communicate ideas and findings for specific purposes and audiences, including selection of language features, using digital tools as appropriate